Condolences
I'd like to thank everyone during these unusual times for all the condolences I've received by phone calls, cards, texts flowers etc. The thing that stands out the most for me, from all of those shared memories, was how kind and thoughtful and loved my dad was. I'm very grateful because those are some of his traits I inherited. I am him in a way and also shared his love for bargain shopping, animals, exploring the outdoors, books and music.
Thanks for taking me camping to Disneyland, showing me how to pan for gold and just all your quirkiness throughout my life that my friends loved.
It's been 31 years since I last saw my dog Major so hopefully you're playing fetch with him now, as well as your beloved Muffy, Sailor and Boomer.
Thanks for all your support and memories you've also left with your grandson Brayden, who also loved you dearly. My life will never be the same without you and I'll think of you everyday. My dad has left a huge void in my heart and life and I will miss him dearly.
I love you Dad !!!! Your daughter Theresa
Our deepest condolences Birthe and Teresa. Uncle Mike was always a great uncle to his many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by all. Kayla adored him.
Dear Aunt Birthe and Teresa,
May the best memories of Uncle Mike fill your heart and help you through this difficult time. Although it was a long time ago, I will always remember my visits to Aunt Birthe & Uncle Mike’s house and Uncle Mike’s kindness and humor. Sending much love and healing to those Uncle Mike was closest with. Xo Jennifer Ireland (Graham)
My wife and I have lived next door to Mike and Birthe since November 1989. Mike rarely missed an opportunity to tease me about one thing or another, from moving the property line marker to make his yard bigger to spray painting the fence and getting over spray on my garage. Mike was generous with his time, sharing stories and words of wisdom with me. I learned many things from Mike over the years about cars, yard work, building things, local politics, and history. Mike unselfishly let me play with his dogs, who loved to chase and retrieve the balls and toys I threw from my yard into his yard. The dogs and I enjoyed the exercise. My life will be lonelier without Mike’s tease followed by a big grin.
Cliff Linton
My Darling Mike: It does not seem right that I should be saying this. My mind still talks to you, my heart still looks for you and my soul knows you are at peace. There will never be a day when I don't think of you and wish you were by my side.
Remembering only a few memories out of many we shared together -
Our family get togethers, you were always the one who kept the party going with your shenanigans and surprises. On our excursions to garage sales you appointed me as your designated co-pilot and map navigator. It did not always get us the best results arriving late resulting in many misses at a good find.
You were there for my families tribulations faithfully, even as hard as it was on you. I wish we had more time together but I will always value the time we did have. REST IN PEACE
You will be missed.
Love Always Berda (Birthe)
Though I was not close with Uncle Mike, I do remember him being very kind. I remember being a little girl and him and Auntie Birthe being really helpful to my Mom during tough times and helping to care for us and I am very grateful for this kindness.. I want to offer my sincerest condolences to Birthe and Teresa. Please know that though we have not kept in touch, my thoughts and heart are with you during this time. I have lit a candle for Uncle Mike to help guide his transition to a brighter place. Lots of love.
Kym Chi (Graham)
The times this guy would call and have a zany conversation about something completely irrelevant to life and have you laughing so hard or dragging you out in the middle of the night to bar-b-q his frozen jeep in minus 30 shooting the breeze for hours will always remain in my head. You will be sorely missed and were greatly loved. SEE YA!!!!
Condolences and deepest sympathy’s to the family and friends I remember my uncle as always being fun and happy someone who enjoyed puzzles and had the mind for it blessed be sincerely Leah Krarup
Anytime I was going to uncle Mike’s house, I knew it would be fun and silly. The Graham family pre-Christmas party was an event I looked forward to every year. Uncle Mike would always make me Shirley Temples, and one time he played a joke on me and gave my Shirley Temple to me in a very large funny glass full of tree branches. I watched him play the same joke on Mitch an hour later. I loved all of the weird garage sale artifacts and puzzles he collected and would give to us kids. One time, he dazzled me by “solving” a Rubik’s cube. He took it to Theresa’s bedroom and came back a few minutes later with it solved perfectly. Later that night I learned the trick. I saw him dismantling it and he showed me how to “solve” one Graham style. I still play with Rubik’s cubes.
Uncle Basil always gave me fancy wine glasses to drink grape soda out of, and knew how to make me feel special and valued. One Christmas I lost my glass and accidentally took a large sip of wine in the dimly lit living room. I remember how awful it tasted. Whoopsie! And sorry Uncle Fred. I probably left a few cheesies behind in your glass...
I cherish those memories of our family. Playing gift exchange and eating Birthe’s delicious butter tarts.
Uncle Mike will be missed. I love you Uncle Mike.
With love always,
Your niece Kayla
Uncle Basil was like no other. Always full of surprises, he had a knack for making people feel special and sharing his curiosity of thinking about the world with those around him. I am so very grateful to have been shown examples of the importance of embracing the wonder of children and making a concerted effort to talk with them rather than to them. The size of his heart was matched by an extraordinary intellect and love of puzzles, even though his solutions to Rubik's cubes were a little suspect ;). I will miss him very much.
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